Jefferson City council members voted to allow ride-sharing services, such as Uber, in the capital on Jan. 9, 2017. KOMU 8 News’ Madeline McClain finds out more about the goal of launching this pilot project on Inauguration day.

Jefferson City Public Schools reported that a 6th grade Lewis & Clark middle school student was removed after bringing a loaded gun to school. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain talked to school officials to get the latest details including how the school responded.

Preview of Ballot Issues in Jefferson City

Jefferson City residents hit the polls to voice opinion about public schools. Prior to the vote, KOMU 8 News’ Madeline McClain talk to voters to see how they cast their ballots.

Winter is officially here but leaving your car running may leave you out in the cold. The Columbia Police Department is reminding residents it is unsafe to leave your car unattended while warming it up, after seven cars have been reported stolen in this manner since the beginning of December. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain reports on how you can avoid becoming the next victim.

Consumer and Health News

Starting April 2017, Columbia’s health care providers can track a patient’s prescription records. Columbia’s City Council approved an ordinance to join St. Louis County’s prescription drug monitoring program Monday night. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain talked to city officials to find out why they were sick of waiting on state to act.

Sears Holdings, the parent company of Sears and Kmart stores, announced Wednesday it will be closing 104 stores nationwide. The announcement came shortly after the company announced 46 store closings on Dec. 27, 2016. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain talks to residents to find out how they feel about stores closing in mid-Missouri.

Missouri is starting off the new year with a record. Officials say 185,000 Missouri residents have signed up for healthcare on the federal marketplace for 2017. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain discusses how the Missouri legislature is looking to change the current healthcare system.

The holidays are a time of giving and stress. Researchers at the University of Missouri may have found one solution for relief. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain find outs how probiotics may help decrease stress and anxiety.

Some people love the holiday season so much they break out decorations in months before the official day. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain find out why researchers are warning parents of the hidden dangers of the holidays.

Whether losing weight, kicking a bad habit or learning something new, a new year means a New Year’s resolution. But according to a 2012 study only 8 percent of people achieve their New Year’s goals. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain talks to a local psychologist to find out how you can get to the finish line.

Event Coverage

A family’s home was totally destroyed after a massive fire Thursday, Dec. 22, at 10761 I-70 Drive NE, Lot 10, in Boone County. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain talks to emergency responders to get the latest details including what you can do to help.

Local firefighters, law enforcement and EMTs were treated to a free holiday meal on Saturday. Como Smoke and Fire delivered 150 racks to 31 different locations. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain talked to the restaurant owner to find out how the tradition started.

Jefferson City residents celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr.

People of all backgrounds filled the seats in the bottom of SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital to come together to celebrate Dr. Martin LutherKing, Jr. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain spoke to even organizers to find out why they believe King’s message is more relevant than ever.

Moms march for gun safety

Hundreds of moms are heading to Jefferson City to speak out in favor of stricter gun laws. KOMU 8’s Madeline McClain talked to the group to find out why they believe lawmakers aren’t doing enough to keep children safe.